How much better is the JPC than the APC? I ask, because I'm running the APC now and really like it.
How much better is the JPC than the APC? I ask, because I'm running the APC now and really like it.
Im a big fan of the JPC, in so far as minimalist carriers go. Mine currently has Ceradyne ESAPI plates installed. I like the air cummerbund, but wouldnt plan on running side plates even though there are bags for them. Not the most comfortable carrier, but fits close and is very unobtrusive; well as much as a plate carrier can be.
Even with a 3 liter Source bladder on the back, HSGI IFAK, two pistol mags and a spare rifle mag (TACOs), everything stays where it should.
If I was to go with very much more added to my load out I think I would have to go back to a PIG carrier. So comfy, but bulkier and subsequently hotter.
Even with a 3 liter Source bladder on the back, HSGI IFAK, two pistol mags and a spare rifle mag (TACOs), everything stays where it should.
If I was to go with very much more added to my load out I think I would have to go back to a PIG carrier. So comfy, but bulkier and subsequently hotter.
Will you be running the JPC at the July run'n gun? If nothing else, would you mind bringing it out to the event? I would love to put hands on it and take a look at it.
Thanks,
Jake
I plan on running; well shuffling, around the Tbird course with it. Be glad to let you check it out. Probably be best before the kick off while it is still dry!
I run a Shellback Combat Aggressor and an Eagle.
I love my Shellback, It was very affordable and its durable as hell. I had a Condor years ago and it basically fell apart after a few hard use sessions of training. I would not suggest a Condor for real use in the field.
TAG/Shellback for a good solid inexpensive carrier. The Banshee is about as solid as there is out there. The Eagle was gifted to me and I have yet to really put it into use since I am so pleased with my Shellback.
I love my Shellback, It was very affordable and its durable as hell. I had a Condor years ago and it basically fell apart after a few hard use sessions of training. I would not suggest a Condor for real use in the field.
TAG/Shellback for a good solid inexpensive carrier. The Banshee is about as solid as there is out there. The Eagle was gifted to me and I have yet to really put it into use since I am so pleased with my Shellback.
It's not that it's so much better, but more that it fits my intended role better. I don't plan on having a full on combat load out humping through the hills of southeast oklahoma fending off zombie hillbillies for months on end. I wanted something I could quickly put on, hold a few rifle mags, a couple pistol mags, and a blowout/ifak kit. The apc is great, but I just found I prefer the jpc. The jpc seems a bit smaller, holds my plates tighter to my body, and higher on my chest and back as plates should be. I got another set of plates last night and I'll probably be ordering another jpc soon. The 3 month wait from crye really sucks, but worth it IMO. HSGI tacos are great too, but I have found I like the BFG ten speed helium whisper pouches. I like how flat and unobtrusive they are when empty.
I have some of the BFG ten speed pouches as well. My only issue is they won't work with AK and AR mags. I do like how flat they sit, but I don't have multiple rigs. With the Taco's I can just grab the rifle I'm using that day and have mag pouches that will work with it. I run my APC with 3 rifle tacos, plates, a hydro carrier and a tourniquet. In all honesty, a chest rig seems like a more logical choice. It's extremely light weight and allows you to carry an IFAK, 3 rifle/pistol double deckers. If you were in a situation that would require plates, you could run a slick carrier underneath. I recently bought a setup like this and am still playing around with it, but I really like it.
I have to admit there is more interest in hard armor on OSA than I thought there would be.
For those thinking about getting set up with hard plates and a carrier I recommend this quick primer on how they should be worn.
The PDF is more in depth.
http://www.m4carbine.net/showthread.php?t=85112
For those thinking about getting set up with hard plates and a carrier I recommend this quick primer on how they should be worn.
The PDF is more in depth.
http://www.m4carbine.net/showthread.php?t=85112
